Tories propose to require banks to lend to fossil fuel companies.

The US settlement with Purdue Pharma has been blocked by a judge who objected to protecting the Sacklers from lawsuits.

Starbucks workers at more stores are pushing for votes to unionize. Meanwhile, the company is retaliating against workers and managers.

If you live near any of the stores where workers are pushing to unionize, you might have fun standing outside with a sign saying "Hooray for the union!" If you occasionally patronize one of them, you could also make a small sign saying "Union Yes!", put it on your bag, and go in and buy something.

Omicron's rapid spread is convincing many Britons to wisely stop visiting restaurants and theaters. To prevent them from closing permanently, the UK should bring back its plan to support the workers while there is no work for them.

I expect the US to need a similar policy for the same reason.

Here's an idea: furlough payments for workers should be limited to those who get vaccinated.

(satire) *Critics Warn Biden’s Plan To Remove Lead Pipes Would Put Millions Of Potential Murder Weapons In Circulation.*